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A study of the poetic books of the Old Testament including the nature of Hebrew poetry and wisdom. Prerequisite: BIL-202.

The office and function of Hebrew prophecy is noted and the books of Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel are studied in the light of their own times. Prerequisite: BIL-201, BIL-202 or BIL-203 or permission of instructor.

The twelve books designated as minor are studied in similar manner as the Major Prophets. Prerequisite: BIL-201 or BIL-202 or permission of instructor. Offered alternate years.

Primarily a study of the Book of Acts. Attention will be given to the development of the concept of the church, as well as its historical setting in the first two centuries of the Christian era. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or BIL-203 or permission of instructor.

This course covers the prison epistles (Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon) and the pastoral epistles (1 & 2 Timothy, Titus. A detailed and analytic study of these books. Prerequisite: BIL-202.

A detailed and analytical study of James, 1 Peter, 2 Peter, and Jude. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or permission of department. Offered alternate years.

Revelation is the only book of the Bible written in the genre of an apocalypse. However, several other apocalyptic elements are found in other portions of the Bible (Daniel, the speeches of Jesus, 2 Thessalonians). This course will survey the nature of apocalyptic literature in the biblical world and discuss principles for interpreting apocalyptic. The study of Revelation will entail surveying the structure and contents of the book, examining its history of interpretation, interpreting key passages, and developing a sound approach for applying the book in our contemporary context. Not open to students with credit in BIL-320. Prerequisite: BIL-310 or BIL-420

This course is an inductive study of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Special focus will be placed on outstanding events and teachings in the life of Christ. Major events will be studied including His miracles, crucifixion, and bodily resurrection. The course will cover Christ's teachings including His parables, the Sermon on the Mount, and the Olivet discourse. The course will also examine the synoptic program and the humanity and divinity of Christ. The principles and methods of inductive Bible study will be explained and practiced throughout this course.

A detailed and analytical study of the wisdom books in the Old Testament, specifically, Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or BIL-203 or permission of department.

A detailed and analytical study of the Book of Psalms. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or permission of department. Offered alternate years.

A detailed and analytical study of Paul's letters to the Romans and the Galatians. Prerequisite: BIL-201, BIL-202 or BIL-203 or permission of department.

A detailed and analytical study of Paul's letters to the Corinthians and the Thessalonians. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or permission of department. Offered alternate years.

A detailed and analytical study of Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or permission of department. Offered alternate years.

A detailed and analytical study of Paul's letters to Timothy and Titus. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or permission of department. Offered alternate years.

A detailed and analytical study of Hebrews. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or permission of department. Offered alternate years.

This course utilizes an inductive Bible Study approach to the Gospel of Mark. Students will reflect on key passages of Mark and Mark's overall structure to aid in interpretation. Students will make personal, ministry, and leadership applications. Prerequisite: BIL-203, BIL-310

A study of selected New Testament passages in the original Greek. This course expands vocabulary and builds depth in one's understanding of Greek morphology, syntax, and semantics. Prerequisite: Beginning Greek competence or permission of department. Can be repeated.

This course covers a specialized and advanced topic in biblical studies that is not covered in the normal curriculum. It is always offered with a subheading and is repeatable under a different subheading. Prerequisite: BIL-202.

An exegetical study of the narrative of Luke-Acts. Attention will be given to the unifying themes of Luke-Acts, especially, the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of Jesus and the Apostles in carrying out God's plan of salvation. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or by permission of the professor.

Christianity is a global faith with communities on multiple continents and in many cultures translating, interpreting, and applying the Bible. This course will introduce students to perspectives on the methods, aims, and themes of biblical interpretation from diverse Christian voices around the globe. Students will gain an appreciation for and incorporate other Christian voices into their own work with scripture. Prerequisite: BIL-203

This course will begin by surveying the various approaches that have been taken toward Biblical Theology (e.g., historical, canonical, thematic, salvation history, constructive). With this larger methodological basis, the course assignments will focus on two tasks: summarizing the main theological themes of a particular book of scripture and synthesizing a theme across both testaments of the Bible. Students will review examples of both approaches and do their own creative work in each arena using their interpretive skills. Prerequisites: 6 credit hours in 400 level BIL courses

Individually arranged research into biblical problems, languages, and/or doctrines. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

This class will be held in the land of Israel and will require student participation in archaeological field work. While digging, areas of focus will include archaeological techniques and methods, and the analysis of pottery and stratigraphy. In addition, the interpretation of stratigraphy and artifacts at key archaeological sites in Israel will be considered as well as current debates and discussions among archaeologists. Prerequisite: BIL-101 and BIL-102 or permission of Division.